Captains Courageous: With original illustrations – annotated

Captains Courageous”” is a novel by Rudyard Kipling, first published in 1897. It is a maritime adventure story that follows the transformation of a spoiled, wealthy boy into a mature and responsible young man through his experiences at sea. Here is a detailed plot summary: Plot Summary Introduction: The story begins with fifteen-year-old Harvey Cheyne Jr., the spoiled and arrogant son of a wealthy American railroad tycoon. Harvey is traveling from the United States to Europe on an ocean liner with his mother. Used to a life of luxury and indulgence, Harvey is overconfident and disrespectful. Harvey’s Fall: During the voyage, Harvey, showing off on the deck, falls overboard during a storm. He is rescued by the crew of the fishing schooner We’re Here , captained by Disko Troop. The schooner is fishing for cod on the Grand Banks of Newfoundland. Life on the We’re Here : When Harvey is pulled from the sea, he demands to be taken back to port, claiming his father will reward them handsomely. The crew is skeptical of his story and believes he is suffering from some kind of delusion brought on by his near-drowning experience. Disko Troop informs Harvey that they cannot return to port until the end of the fishing season, and he must earn his keep on the schooner. Harvey’s Growth: Harvey reluctantly accepts his situation and starts working as a crew member. He is taught the hard work and discipline of a fisherman by Disko Troop and the other crew members, including Disko’s son, Dan. Initially clumsy and unskilled, Harvey gradually learns the ropes, gains respect from the crew, and begins to appreciate the value of hard work and camaraderie. —- ISBN: 9798326970930